Physics in Minutes: 200 Key Concepts Explained in an Instant - Couverture souple

Sparrow, Giles

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ISBN 10 : 1623653398 ISBN 13 : 9781623653392

Editeur : Quercus NA, 2014

Synopsis

Physics in Minutes covers everything you need to know about physics, condensed into 200 key topics. Each idea is explained in clear, accessible language, building from the basics, such as mechanics, waves and particles, to more complex topics, including neutrinos, string theory and dark matter. Based on scientific research proving that the brain best absorbs information visually, illustrations accompany the text to aid quick comprehension and easy recollection. This convenient and compact reference book is ideal for anyone interested in how our world works. Chapters include: Newton's Laws of Motion, Schrodinger's cat, Magnetism, Superconductivity, Fission and fusion, Higgs Boson, Entropy, Dark matter.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Physics in Minutes covers everything you need to know about physics, condensed into 200 key topics. Each idea is explained in clear, accessible language, building from the basics, such as mechanics, waves, and particles, to more complex topics, including neutrinos, string theory, and dark matter.

Following the latest scientific research proving that the brain best absorbs information visually, each description is accompanied by  illustrations to aid quick comprehension and easy recollection. This convenient and compact reference book is ideal for anyone interested in how our world works.

Chapters include: Newton’s Laws of Motion, Schrödinger’s cat, Magnetism, Superconductivity, Fission and fusion, Higgs Boson, Entropy, Dark matter.

Biographie de l'auteur

Giles Sparrow studied Astronomy at University College London, and Science Communication at Imperial College, before embarking on a career in publishing. He is an author, consultant, and contributor on numerous bestselling astronomy and popular science books, including Cosmos, The Stargazer's Handbook and Hubble: Window on the Universe.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Quercus NA
• Date d'édition: 2014
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1623653398
• ISBN 13: 9781623653392
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 415
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• Personne responsable: non disponible